Tropical Storms – Roundup of Tropical Storms:
In the Eastern Pacific Ocean: Tropical depression 03e (Carlos), located approximately 1340 nm east-southeast of Hilo, Hawaii, is tracking west-southwestward at 07 knots.
Newsbytes:
Mexico – Heavy rainfall brought by an area of low pressure has caused flooding and landslides in the state of Oaxaca, southern Mexico . Thunderstorms and lightning were also reported and 2 people died in lightning strikes in Ocotlán de Morelos municipality. Mexico’s National Meteorological Service reported that over 440 mm of rain fell in Jacatepec, Oaxaca in a 48 hour period to 16 June 2021. Several rivers have broken their banks, including the Mala river in the municipality of San Juan Guichicovi, and the Los Perros river in the city of Ixtepec. Levels of the the Los Perros river jumped over 3 meters in the space of a few hours, reaching 6.8 meters on 16 June, well above the danger mark of 3.5 meters. At least 50 families have evacuated their homes as a result. Landslide and flooding has blocked numerous roads in the state. Local media reported that as many as 30 communities were cut off in different areas of the state.
Nepal Update – Five fatalities have now been confirmed, with a further 19 people reported missing after heavy monsoon rainfall in Nepal triggered floods and landslides. Disaster authorities in Nepal have reported over 70 incidents of rain damage, flooding and landslides since 15 June 2021. As many as 26 of Nepal’s 77 districts have been affected.
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